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Family Gempylidae

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Lepidocybium flavobrunneum

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SMITH'S ESCOLAR    'SUPER WHITE TUNA'    WALU

Inhabits the continental slope & seamounts of the from 600 to 3500 feet.  Unique undulating lateral line.  Very oily white flesh is delicious but causes diarrhea if more than 6 ounces is consumed.  Tropical & temperate Pacific, Indian & Atlantic Ocean.  Attains 80 inches & 100 pounds.

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